Sacramento Lightroom & Photoshop Class
Sacramento Lightroom & Photoshop Class
Learn my complete photography editing workflow using Lightroom Classic and Photoshop in a hands-on and personalized environment.
Designed to get you from your current comfort level with Lightroom and Photoshop to a whole new level with personalized instruction. I am a photographer and I have been working with Lightroom for 15 years and created The Lightroom for Beginners video series that has helped photographers all over the world learn and improve their skills in Lightroom and Photoshop.
No matter what your level is with Lightroom & Photoshop, you will learn what you need to beautifully and efficiently edit during this immersive learning course! Instruction at the McKay’s comfortable Classroom and Gallery location outside Sacramento, CA. This is HANDS-ON learning. You are encouraged to bring your computer and you will have time to apply and practice the techniques discussed in class.
If you are new to Lightroom or Photoshop, there is no need to be intimidated, I have experience teaching students of all levels.
Due to the small-group nature of this class, it will sell out fast. Do not delay in registering to be a part of something super special at a truly affordable price!
See the details below as well as the FAQ page!
Lightroom Topics Covered:
Understanding Lightroom
Installation and Catalog Setup
Best Practices for Importing your Photos
Staying Organized
Understanding Collections
Deep Dive into the Develop Module of Lightroom and Photoshop
Editing, including the use of presets, masks, and brush tools
Creating HDR and Panoramas
Best Settings for Exporting for Print, The Web, and Instagram/Facebook
Round Trip Editing with Photoshop
Photoshop Topics Covered
Layers & Masks Explained Simply
Editing in Camera Raw
Healing and Content-Aware Fill
Sharpening & Blur
Making Photoshop work for you
Dates:
January 14 & 15, 2023
Workshop is from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and 9am to 4pm on Sunday
Time will be taken for a lunch break each day.
Price:
$399
Location:
Gold River/Rancho Cordova, CA
Airport:
Sacramento (SMF) is the closest airport to the course location.
Lodging:
Lodging is not included in the course price. There are several hotels in the area. A list of recommended properties will be sent out after registration. We will assist with finding roommates for those who request it.
Does Not Include:
Lodging, Transportation or Travelers Insurance (Recommended)
Personal expenses such as meals or beverages
Computer or software costs
FAQs:
Q: What if I am new to editing?
A: This course is designed to teach you even if you have never opened Lightroom or Photoshop. You’ll learn an incredible amount in just two days!
Q: Do I need to own Lightroom and Photoshop
A: NO, Adobe offers a free 7-day trial of these programs. This course is designed to get you started from scratch - no prior experience with Lightroom or Photoshop is required.
Q: What if I own a different version of Lightroom?
A: There are several versions of Lightroom. Lightroom CC, Lightroom Classic and older Lightroom 6. 90% of what will be taught in this class applies to ALL the older versions of Lightroom Classic. If you have Lightroom CC you may find much of the first day frustrating as the organization tools are quite different.
